CORD Unveils Fall-Winter 2026 Collection at First Show

CORD Unveils Fall-Winter 2026 Collection at First Fashion Show

Indian fashion label CORD has unveiled its Fall-Winter 2026 collection at its first-ever fashion show, held at the historic Kamani Auditorium in New Delhi. The showcase marks a milestone for the brand after 11 years of building a distinctive identity through design, craft and storytelling.

The event marked a new chapter for CORD. It brought together fashion, theatre, music and movement in a presentation inspired by nostalgia, travel, art and imagination.

CORD Presents a New Vision for Fall-Winter 2026

Rather than a traditional runway show, CORD created an immersive experience that invited guests into the brand’s creative world. The setting drew on the old-world charm of Kamani Auditorium, one of Delhi’s well-known cultural venues.

For Fall-Winter 2026, CORD revisits the silhouettes, techniques and motifs that define its design identity. The collection explores these familiar elements through new proportions, textures and expressions.

Craft plays a central role in the collection. Techniques include hand smocking, embroidery, appliqué, kantha, beadwork, block printing and screen printing. Painterly prints add another layer to the designs.

The collection brings together wool, velvet, silk, cotton and linen. These materials create a mix of textures and movement. Familiar CORD design elements take on a fresh perspective while retaining the brand’s signature style.

A Story of Memory, Love and Imagination

The showcase centred on the story of a young girl guided by memories of her mother and the lessons she has learned from her.

As she moves between reality and imagination, she encounters whimsical, otherworldly characters. Her mother’s memories continue to guide her choices and shape her journey.

The narrative explores memory, love and the values that stay with us as we find our own way in the world.

Models and performers brought the story to life through music, movement and set design. Together, these elements created a dreamlike setting that revealed different layers of the collection.

The presentation allowed guests to experience the Fall-Winter 2026 collection beyond the garments themselves. It connected the clothes with the stories, emotions and creative ideas behind them.

CORD Co-founders Share the Vision Behind the Showcase

Neha Singh and Pranav Guglani, Co-founders, CORD, said, “After 11 years of building CORD, we felt it was time to bring the CORD universe to life in a new way and let people experience it for themselves. We are so for our first-ever fashion showcase that brings together the elements of thoughtful design, craft, texture and detail, and taking them beyond the clothes. The showcase is inspired by the people, places and experiences that have shaped us, we’ve brought together fashion, theatre, music, movement and imagination to create an experience that feels instinctively CORD. For us, it’s a new chapter, but one that remains rooted in the creativity and craft that have always been at the heart of the brand.”

With its first fashion show, CORD continues to develop its approach to design and craft. The brand remains rooted in the creative vision that has shaped its journey over the past 11 years.